Does Imodium have any drug interactions?
A total of 326 drugs are known to interact with Imodium (loperamide), categorized as 42 major, 283 moderate, and 1 minor interactions.
Can Imodium raise blood pressure?
Yes. There are both prescription and non-prescription strengths of Imodium. What type of heart problems could high doses of Imodium cause? Abnormal heart rhythms, a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure, and heart attack can all be caused by high doses of Imodium.
What are the side effects of taking Imodium?
Dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, or constipation may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly.
Does Imodium affect urination?
Urinary retention is uncommon in children and only one case has been described in literature with loperamide treatment. We report the occurrence of prolonged urinary retention in a 10-years-old girl after receiving oral loperamide for an acute gastroenteritis.
Is Imodium bad for your heart?
Taking higher than the recommended dose of the antidiarrheal medicine loperamide can lead to serious heart problems, including abnormal heart rhythms and death. Use no more than the dose of loperamide listed on the label or prescribed by your health care professional.
Can Imodium make your heart race?
Will Imodium help acid reflux?
Having Imodium (Loperamide) on hand to relieve your symptoms can be a life-saver. Relieves heartburn. Tums (Calcium carbonate) gives quick relief for heartburn, but does not last all day. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines if you need additional relief.
What is Imodium ® Multi-Symptom Relief?
IMODIUM ® Multi-Symptom Relief It’s the only medicine that treats diarrhea along with the symptoms of gas, bloating, cramps and pressure. It works faster than Loperamide alone. IMODIUM ® Multi-Symptom Relief
What is the active ingredient in Imodium®?
IMODIUM ® products contain an active ingredient called Loperamide, which works to help restore your body’s natural rhythm in order to treat diarrhea. Learn about IMODIUM ® Products IMODIUM ® Multi-Symptom Relief It’s the only medicine that treats diarrhea along with the symptoms of gas, bloating, cramps and pressure.
What is Imodium A-D used for in the stomach?
Imodium A-D is also used to reduce the amount of stool in people who have an ileostomy (re-routing of the bowel through a surgical opening in the stomach). You should not use Imodium A-D if you have ulcerative colitis, bloody or tarry stools, diarrhea with a high fever, or diarrhea caused by antibiotic medication.
What happens if you take too much Imodium A-D?
Do not take more than the recommended dose of this medicine. Misuse of loperamide can cause serious heart problems that could be fatal. Serious heart problems may also happen if you take Imodium A-D with other medicines. Ask a doctor or pharmacist about safely using medications together.
